Inherited Optic Neuropathies: Genetics and New Directions for Diagnosis and Therapy.

The article explores the genetics and future directions for diagnosis and therapy of inherited optic neuropathies. It mentions the treatment options available for inherited optic neuropathies. Information is provided on the epidemiology and molecular genetics of leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) and dominant optic atrophy (DOA), as well as the emerging genetic diagnostic testing and gene therapies for these diseases.